The Al Potvin Family Foundation is a private family foundation based in Mississippi Mills, Ontario, that empowers children and youth to realize their potential through educational opportunity and non-judgmental support. The foundation funds academic reinforcement (tutoring), counselling (mental health services), and life opportunities (sports, music, travel). Funds are distributed through the Upper Canada District School Board's Champion for Kids Foundation to local children in need. View Al Potvin Family Foundation's website for more information.
The Al Potvin Family Foundation is a private family foundation established by Al Potvin, a longtime community leader in Almonte, Mississippi Mills, Ontario. The foundation was funded through the sale of Al Potvin's 20-acre farm property and aims to give back to the community that supported his family business, Hilan Creative Playstructures, which built over 1,000 play structures across North America.
The foundation concentrates its giving in three main areas:
As a foundation unable to distribute funds directly to individuals, the Al Potvin Family Foundation has partnered with the Upper Canada District School Board's Champion for Kids Foundation to administer disbursements ethically and equitably. Referrals are made through school principals at Pakenham Public School, R. Tait McKenzie Public School, Naismith Memorial Public School, and Almonte District High School.
The foundation is governed by Al Potvin's three adult children: Chris, Janice, and Paul Potvin, who serve as directors. This succession ensures the foundation's continued commitment to the Mississippi Mills community.